Be careful Benjamin

Benjamin Care Benjamin's plant, which is a miniature decorative tree often preferred by those who want to see a part of nature in their homes, is a Benjamin plant.

How should Benjamin be cared for? What should those who want to grow Benjamin plants at home consider? We have prepared the answers to all important questions for you.

Benjamin's Characteristics

  ⏩ Benjamin is known to have 800 different types, some of which are small and others grow into large trees.

  ⏩ The types of Benjamin that are smaller and grown as bonsai are very suitable for indoor cultivation.

  ⏩ Benjamin is a plant that does not like to change location frequently and undergoes an adaptation process to its place.

How should Benjamin be cared for? Sun - Light:

Light is not vital for Benjamin. Its vital activities do not stop when it is insufficient. However, it develops more in well-lit areas.

Benjamin likes bright areas but does not like direct sunlight.

Benjamin, grown in homes, is resistant to low light conditions. It can live even if it does not receive much light. Dark green leaved Benjamins are more suitable for enclosed areas.

Temperature:

The Benjamin plant is a tropical plant and does not like cold. Especially in the winter months, the temperature must be at least 4 degrees for the plant not to be damaged. The ideal temperature for the Benjamin plant is between 17 and 27 degrees.

Humidity

Because it is a tropical plant, Benjamin desires high humidity. If you are caring for this plant in a place with poor humidity, you may need to intervene so that the leaves of your plant do not fall off. To maintain the plant's humidity balance, you can spray water on its leaves from time to time. Also, you should not allow its soil to dry out too much, which will help maintain the humidity balance.

Watering Benjamin flowers

For watering, you should consider the needs of your plant and water it as needed. In winter months, you can use room temperature water once a week, and you can increase this to 2 or 3 times in the hot summer months. In summer months, you should provide water not only to the soil but also to the leaves of your plant. To wet the leaves, you can wash the plant with a shower on the balcony or in the bathroom. However, you should do this very early in the morning or in the evening. Otherwise, the sun can burn the leaves of your plant.

Soil

Benjamin is not very demanding about soil. It does not desire nutrient-rich soil. The only thing it wants from the soil is that it has good drainage.

Fertilizer

We had mentioned that Benjamin did not have many criteria about soil. However, feeding the soil from time to time will have a positive effect on the plant. Applying liquid fertilizer twice a month during spring and autumn months will help keep the leaves of your plant more vibrant and green. Pot Selection

Benjamin flower pot selection

Benjamin is a fast-growing plant. This causes minds to be confused with pot changes. You can change the soil and pot every two years. The critical point to note when changing the pot is to move to a larger pot each time. Moving to too large pots can negatively affect plant development.

Pruning

Benjamin is a plant that produces stronger leaves when pruned. As the upper leaves are pruned, the lower stem strengthens. You can achieve a more decorative appearance by pruning your plant and growing it more healthily. There is no pruning season for Benjamin, you can prune it whenever you want. From time to time, you can take sterile scissors and clean the yellowish and very dense areas.

How is the Benjamin plant propagated?

To propagate the Benjamin plant, you must wait for at least the first year to pass. Then gently cut a branch from the stem and remove extra leaves. Leave 3 leaves at the top of the branch and leave it in a jar until it roots. Rooting time can take a few months. Wait until the roots are at least 5 cm and change the water every two weeks or every 10 days. When the roots have grown enough, you can plant them in a pot. You need to create a greenhouse effect for the baby Benjamin that you have planted in a pot. For this, you can put the plant in a transparent bag. Take your plant to an area where it can receive light and wait for it to establish its moisture balance. At the end of the week, take the plant out of the bag and place it in its final place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do the leaves of my Benjamin plant fall off?

It is normal for Benjamin, a plant with many leaves, to lose some leaves. However, if this shedding is excessive, the cause may be insufficient lighting, cold air, or lack of humidity. To combat this, you must complete the missing conditions. If you still have problems with leaf drop even though all conditions are in place, you can add magnesium and manganese to the soil. Also, Benjamin does not like to change places. If you have recently changed the place of your plant, your plant may lose some of its leaves until it gets used to its new place.

Why do the leaves turn yellow?

If you moved to too large a pot when changing the pot and suffocated the roots with too much soil, such a problem may occur. You can aerate the soil, change the pot and soil if the problem is not resolved. Another cause of yellowing leaves is overwatering. There are white and sticky bubbles on the leaves. This indicates that your plant is struggling due to insects/flies. First, wash your plant thoroughly under the shower in the bathroom. After this washing, make sure that all flies have disappeared.

My plant does not grow / grows slowly. The Benjamin plant grows fast. If the growth of your plant has stopped or is very slow, the temperature is probably insufficient